Walking to the theatres and witnessing stories unfold right in front of your eyes, not on a big screen, was the norm long ago, before cinema captured the world. If you’ve missed live theatre, Delhi Theatre Festival exists to rekindle that intimate magic and widen its reach. It fuels that passion for art, drawing audiences back to intimate stages and grand auditoriums alike. And now, Delhi Theatre Festival is back for season 6.
Season 6 of Delhi Theatre Festival showcases a diverse slate of productions, inviting seasoned artists and fresh talents to share the stage. It’s a season designed to attract long-time theatre-goers and curious newcomers alike, with performances across multiple venues and formats. Here’s more information about it for all the theatre lovers.
Delhi Theatre Festival Season 6
Delhi Theatre Festival (DTF) Season 6 is announced for November 14–16, 2025, across multiple venues in the Delhi-NCR region. DTF is described as the biggest celebration of stage and storytelling in the capital city of India. Season 6 is positioned as a landmark edition. The reason behind this is that this season has an amazing lineup, which features many high-profile names and a broad slate of productions.
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DTF 2025: Dates, Venues, And Line Up
Dates:
Delhi Theatre Festival (DTF) Season 6 will be a three-day festival, scheduled for November 14–16, 2025.
Venues:
DTF Season 6 expands across four venues in the Delhi–NCR region in order to accommodate more shows and attendees from across India. The venue includes Siri Fort Auditorium, OP Jindal Auditorium, NCUI Auditorium, and Aurum Conventions in Gurugram. There are huge expectations of a large footfall because of the big names that are lined up for performances both solo and in groups.
Performance Line-up:
The line-up for performances includes prominent plays such as Einstein starring Naseeruddin Shah, Autobiography starring Lillete Dubey, Kuchh Bhi Ho Sakta Hai starring Anupam Kher, Sir Sir Sarla starring Makarand Deshpande, Karamjale Brothers starring Rajat Kapoor, Dhumrapaan starring Kumud Mishra, and Dreamz starring Pankaj Kapur.
- Einstein, starring Naseeruddin Shah, is a solo exploration of Albert Einstein’s life.
- Kuchh Bhi Ho Sakta Hai, starring Anupam Kher, is an autobiographical narrative directed by Feroz Abbas Khan.
- Karamjale Brothers starring Rajat Kapoor is one of the most awaited plays with Vinay Pathak and group.
- Sir Sir Sarla, starring Makarand Deshpande, is a contemporary drama.
- Dhumrapaan, starring Kumud Mishra, is a dramatic piece exploring complex relationships.
- Dreamz, starring Pankaj Kapur and Sanah Kapur, is a thriller-like drama with surreal elements.
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Ticket Bookings:
The tickets for different shows at different venues are available at different prices now on the BookMyShow application and website.
Tips To Keep In Mind
- Check the official schedule and venue list before you book, as season 6 is set across four Delhi NCR venues and will run for three days, to avoid any mistakes.
- Book tickets early, especially the ones with very well-known star casts, as the Delhi Theatre Festival tends to attract huge crowds.
- Most festival venues offer parking lots, but if accessibility is important, verify the availability online.
- Arrive early for the seating and to soak in the ambience. The popular shows, which might have first-come, first-served seating, can fill quickly
- Dress comfortably and in smart-casual attire. Delhi theatres often have a respectful, theatre-going crowd, so casual but neat attire is appropriate.
- Some venues have in-house concessions or nearby eateries. If you have dietary preferences, plan meal stops between two shows.
- Some productions may offer Q&A sessions or meet-and-greet opportunities with the cast or directors. Yes, you might get lucky!
Summing Up
The Delhi Theatre Festival Season 6 will be a showcase of a diverse slate of productions, starring seasoned artists and fresh talents to share the stage. So if you are in the city, make sure you do not miss the theatre magic!
